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USING YOUR LAPTOP IN WALTER
Plug-in and wireless Ethernet access for laptops is available in the Science & Engineering Library and other locations in the Walter Library building. Modem access is available at a designated area in Room 206. Plug-in, wireless, and modem access is available all hours that the Science & Engineering Library is open. Printing from laptops is not available in the Science & Engineering Library.
- ADCS Help and Information
- Modem Access
- Plug-In Network Access
- Rent a Laptop
- Who Can Use Their Laptops in Walter
- Wireless Network Access
- Walk-In Help: Closest to Walter Library is 152 Shepherd Labs at 100 Union Street S.E.
- E-Mail Help: help@umn.edu
- Phone Help: 612-301-4357
- More Information is available at the ADCS web site
Plug-In Network Access
High-speed network plug-ins are available on the study tables on the Second Floor, with two jacks in the middle of each table. Plug-ins are also available in the group study rooms on the Basement Level. To access the network, you first need to register and configure your laptop. See the instructions at the ADCS web site.
Wireless Network Access
Wireless access is available on the Second Floor and the Basement Level. Prior registration is not needed, but you will need to enter your University Internet ID (X.500 username) and password each time you access the network. Simply start up any compatible Web browser, access any Web page, and you will be prompted to log in. It is recommended that you install and use VPN while using the wireless network in order to keep your wireless transmissions private. More information on VPN and accessing the wireless network is available at the Office of Information Technology's web site, which includes a map of wireless coverage for the U of MN-Twin Cities campus.
Modem Access
There is one dial-up/modem jack in the library, located on the Second Floor in Room 206 at the table furthest from the windows on the north side of the room.
Who Can Use Their Laptops in Walter
The wireless and Ethernet network connections are only available to University of Minnesota students, faculty, and staff. The dial-up modem connection is available for anyone to use.
Rent a Laptop
Day-Only Rentals Through ADCS: Laptops are configured for wireless and plug-in Ethernet access. Rentals are available at 152 Shepherd Labs or b60 Coffman Union (East Bank) and 93 Blegen Hall or 130 Anderson Hall (West Bank). The cost is $5.00 for students (payable with U card or Gopher Gold card) or $10.00 for faculty and staff (payable with U card, Gopher Gold card, or through CUFS). Laptops may be rented M-F from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. and must be returned by 5 p.m. the same day. For more information or to reserve a laptop, call 625-2975 or visit the laptop rental web site.
Overnight and Extended Rentals Through UCS: This service allows U of M students, faculty and staff the flexibility to check out laptops overnight and/or an extended period of time. For more information, call 624-4800 or visit the laptop rental web site.
ADCS Help and Information
Walter Library | 117 Pleasant St. SE | Minneapolis, MN 55455 | 612-624-0224 | sciref@umn.edu